ASSESSMENT GUIDE FOR

OPERATING DIFFERENT VEHICLES

National Certificate in Professional Driving

Qualification ID: 50285

Evidence Guide for Document 6

Operating Different Vehicles

UNIT STANDARDS IN THIS VOLUME

Unit Standard Number / Unit Standard Title / NQF Level / Credit Value
123257 / Operate a rigid light vehicle / 2 / 10
8038 / Operating lift trucks / 3 / 6
123253 / Operate a rigid heavy vehicle / 4 / 15
123254 / Operate a vehicle combination / 4 / 20

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description / Page Number
Unit Standard 1 of this Volume
Specific outcome 1 answers and competency criteria / 5 – 6
Specific outcome 2 answers and competency criteria / 7 – 9
Specific outcome 3 answers and competency criteria / 10 – 11
Specific outcome 4 answers and competency criteria / 12 - 13
Specific outcome 5 answers and competency criteria / 14 – 15
Specific outcome 6 answers and competency criteria / 16
Unit Standard 2 of this Volume
Specific outcome 1 answers and competency criteria / 17 - 18
Specific outcome 2 answers and competency criteria / 19
Specific outcome 3 answers and competency criteria / 20 – 21
Specific outcome 4 answers and competency criteria / 22 – 23
Specific outcome 5 answers and competency criteria / 24
Unit Standard 3 of this Volume
Specific outcome 1 answers and competency criteria / 25 – 26
Specific outcome 2 answers and competency criteria / 27 – 28
Specific outcome 3 answers and competency criteria / 29 - 30
Specific outcome 4 answers and competency criteria / 31 – 32
Specific outcome 5 answers and competency criteria / 33
Unit Standard 4 of this Volume
Specific outcome 1 answers and competency criteria / 34 – 35
Specific outcome 2 answers and competency criteria / 36 - 37
Specific outcome 3 answers and competency criteria / 38 – 39
Specific outcome 4 answers and competency criteria / 40 - 41
Specific outcome 5 answers and competency criteria / 42
Specific outcome 6 answers and competency criteria / 43

Unit Standard 1 of this Volume

Answers for Evidence Guide

Unit Standard ID Title: Operate a rigid light vehicle

Unit Standard number: 123257

Specific Outcome 1

Prepare a rigid light vehicle for road transport trips according to specification.

Assessment Criteria

  1. Vital rigid light vehicle components are inspected in a systematic way in order to comply with the relevant legislation.(Relevant legislation currently includes the Road Traffic Act of 1993.)
  1. Rigid light vehicle inspection is recorded legibly and in accordance with operational requirements/specifications.
  1. All rigid light vehicle defects are identified and reported accurately, comprehensively and timeously, so that the necessary actions to rectify defects are initiated.
  1. All prescribed and or other relevant preliminaries are executed in terms legislative and organisational requirements.(Preliminaries can include brake tests and start up procedures.)

Evidence Required
Written Knowledge Test / Evidence sign off
Question 1 (3)
Name the different license codes next to each specification that drivers need to operate.
  • Rigid vehicle above 16000 kg( C )
  • Light motor vehicle up to 3500 kg with a trailer of 900 kg(EB)
  • Combination or articulated vehicle above 16000 kg(EC)
Question 2 (2)
Describe the reason to prepare a vehicle for a trip.
To identify and defects and to ensure the vehicle is safe to use on the roads and no risk to others.
Question 3 (4)
List the four main aspects of preparing the vehicle for a trip.
  1. Inspect the vital components of the vehicle in a systematic manner
  2. Record which components are serviceable
  3. Record and report any components that are defective
  4. Conduct a brake and steering test
Question 4 (3)
List three types of fluids that must be checked on a vehicle.
  1. Engine oil
  2. Coolant
  3. Brake fluid
Question 5 (2)
Name two preliminary tests’ a driver should perform before leaving the depot.
Steering test ad brake test / Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

In order to declare the learner competent he/she must obtain at least 7/14 for the test but does not apply for the practical evidence below.

Evidence Required
Inspection list (Prepare a rigid light vehicle for road transport trips according to specification) / Evidence sign off
The learner must use an appropriate vehicle inspection list.
Did the learner check the following …(if applicable)
Criteria for inspection / Yes / No
1 / Vehicle for any damage(#)
2 / Vehicle for cleanliness
3 / The windscreen for damage and cleanliness(#)
4 / The license disc is still valid (#)
5 / The windscreen wipers condition and wipe clean
6 / The head light, indicator lenses & front reflectors (#)
7 / The registration plate
8 / The side mirrors(#)
9 / The doors & windows condition & company logo
10 / The front right hand side tyre, rim, wheel nuts, valve(#)
11 / The battery(#)
12 / The exhaust system(#)
13 / The condition of the vehicle body (#)
14 / The spare wheel(#)
15 / The right hand side rear types, rims, wheel nuts and valves(#)
16 / The tail & stop light lenses & the rear indicators lenses
17 / The rear registration plate
18 / The left hand side rear tyres, rims, wheel nuts and valves(#)
19 / The fuel tank and cap
20 / The front left hand side tyre, rim, wheel nuts, valve
21 / Engine oil level
22 / Coolant level(#)
23 / Brake fluid level(#)
24 / Clutch fluid level (#)
25 / Power steering fluid level
26 / Fan belt condition(#)
27 / All engine components are secure
28 / The vehicle jack and wheel spanners are present and secure (#)
29 / The vehicles emergency triangles(#)
30 / The vehicle fire extinguisher(#)
31 / Doors & windows operate correctly
32 / Adjust seat accordingly(#)
33 / The cab floor is free of loose obstructions(#)
34 / The rear view mirror(#)
35 / Vehicle park brake is applied
36 / Switch on ignition and check all instruments are working(#)
37 / The hooter , wipers, lights and indicators are working(#)
/ Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

In order to declare the learner competent he/she must meet all the crucial outcomes and specified criteria according to this context. See the … (#) symbol that indicates that the outcome is a prerequisite to be declared competent. If the learner do not comply with these specifications then it is crucial for the learner to master these outcomes because this can have crucial effects and impact. The learner is declared not yet competent after providing him or her with two chances to master the outcomes. The assessor must use his/her own discretion based on his/her practical experience.

Answers for Evidence Guide

Specific Outcome 2

Drive a rigid light vehicle in accordance with specified requirements.

OutcomeRange:

Specified requirements include legal, manufacturer, and defensive driving requirements; current legal requirements include K53.

Assessment Criteria

  1. Rigid light vehicle is driven and manoeuvred in accordance with the specified standard Range: K53.
  2. Rigid light vehicle is operated in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
  3. Rigid light vehicle is driven and manoeuvred in accordance with legal provisions.(The Road Traffic Act of 1993.)
  4. Rigid light vehicle is driven to actively prevent accidents, injury to people or damage to property/vehicle, despite the incorrect actions of others or adverse conditions, by driving safely and in a defensive manner.

Evidence Required
Written Knowledge test / Evidence sign off
Question 1 (2)
Name two types of hazards.
  1. Stationary hazards
  2. Moving hazards
Question 2
Write the full words for the following abbreviations:
  • SIPDE(5)
  • Search
  • Identify
  • Predict
  • Decide
  • Execute
  • ABC(3)
  1. Attitude
  2. Back-off
  3. Clear space
Question 3(1)
How many seconds should there be between your vehicle and the vehicle in front?
Three
Question 4(3)
List three emergencies a driver may have to deal with.
  1. Incidents
  2. Accidents
  3. Medical
Question 5(2)
List two types of possible incidents.
  1. Skidding
  2. Running of the road
Question 6(4)
List the four actions of a driver when he/she is involved in an accident, according to the Road Traffic Act.
  1. Stop
  2. Make the situation safe for others
  3. Render first aid where possible
  4. Send or call for assistance
Question 7
List five possible mechanical failures that may occur.(5)
  1. Engine overheating
  2. Battery charging light stays on
  3. Loss of brake pressure
  4. Punctures
  5. Fan belt breaking
Question 8
Describe ‘K53’.(1)
It is the Testing standard for Drivers licenses
Total 26 / Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

The learner must obtain a minimum of 13/26 in order to be declared competent for the test but does not apply for the practical evidence below.

Criteria for Assessment

The Assessor will explain to the learner what route is required. Make an appointment when you are ready for assessment on the practical demonstration based on the criteria below.

The assessor may ask the learner to drive a specific routeaccording to the K53 system of vehicle control and within the vehicle Manufacturers specifications.

ANY ONE OF THESE (O) MARKED MEANS THE LEARNER IS NOT YET COMPETENT

USE OF CONTROLS / STRENGTHS / REMARKS
MANIPULATION OF CONTROLS
1 / Excessive movement /  O
USE OF GEARS
2 / Changes excessively /  O
3 / Grates gears /  O
4 / Hand rests on top of gear lever /  O
5 / Misses or slips a gear / O
USE OF CLUTCH
6 / Jerky /  O
7 / Slips clutch /  O
8 / Rides clutch /  O
9 / Late in de-clutching /  O
10 / Keeps clutch depressed while stopped / O
USE OF BRAKES
11 / Does not brake progressively / O
12 / Park brake not used correctly /  O
13 / Brake used unnecessarily (no deceleration) /  O
14 / Incorrect use on decline /  O
15 / Rests foot on brake pedal /  O
PEDAL BALANCE
16 / Rolling back during pull off / O
STEERING
17 / Crossing arms while turning /  O
18 / Hands on steering wheel position /  O
19 / Steers with one hand /  O
ACCELERATOR MANAGEMENT
20 / Does not maintain constant speed /  O
21 / Blipping /  O
22 / Lets engine labour /  O
23 / Over-revs /  O
USE OF RETARDATION DEVICE
24 / Not according to specification /  O
COASTING
25 / De-clutch too early /  O
26 / Select neutral too early /  O
ROAD SENSE
ROAD OBSERVATION
27 / No observation /  O
28 / Ignores changes in road surface /  O
29 / Ignores road signs & markings /  O
30 / Moves into other vehicles blind spots /  O
31 / Incorrect use of mirrors /  O
VEHICLE POSITIONING
32 / Travels to close to vehicle in front /  O
33 / Travel too far from vehicle in front /  O
34 / Travels too far over in lane /  O
SPEED
35 / Ignores speed limit /  O
36 / Takes too long to pull off at traffic lights, etc.
ASSESSMENT OF HAZARDS
37 / Fails to notice hazard /  O
38 / Fails to react to hazard /  O
CORNERING
39 / Cuts corner /  O
40 / Too fast /  O
41 / Mounts curb /  O
42 / Too wide /  O
OVERTAKING
43 / Fails to check safety ahead / O
44 / Fails to check safety behind / O
45 / Fails to back down /  O
46 / Accelerates when being overtaken /  O
COMMUNICATION AND ATTITUDE
47 / Hooter used when not required /  O
48 / Indicators not used correctly /  O
49 / Shows irritation of other road users /  O
50 / Demonstrates displeasure to others / O
MANOEUVERING
51 / Alley docking from left /  O
52 / Alley docking from right /  O
53 / Reversing in a straight line /  O

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

In order to declare the learner competent he/she must meet all the specifications in the practical demonstration assessment. The assessor must use his/her own discretion based on his/her practical experience.

Answers for Evidence Guide

Specific Outcome 3

Ensure the maintenance of road transport service quality.

Assessment Criteria

  1. Time schedules are considered, implications for freight/passengers are established, and appropriate action is taken to ensure the maintenance of freight quality/passenger safety and comfort.
  2. The impact of load positioning on the stability of the rigid light vehicle is accurately described.
  3. Driving style is adapted in order to maintain freight quality/passenger safety and comfort during transportation
  4. Organisational standards are adhered to with full consideration of safety and comfort factors and appropriate actions implemented to rectify problems are appropriate for specific contexts.(Safety factors can include stopping only at scheduled locations, passenger door only opened and closed when completely stationary, load (e.g., number of passengers, freight mass, loading of coach and trailer, etc.) restricted to design and legal limit of vehicle, luggage and emergency doors fully secured, attachment of luggage trailer confirmed; Comfort factors include acceleration and deceleration forces applied gradually; cornering speeds maintained within comfort levels; moving off only when passengers are seated or standing securely.)

Evidence Required
Practical Demonstration / Evidence sign off
The learner must include the following evidence in the Portfolio of Evidence.
Criteria / Managing unforeseen problems / Yes / No
Time schedules / The learner communicated any implications relating to freight or passengers
The learner has taken appropriate action to the maintenance of fright quality and or ensured the passengers safety in line with the safety procedures
The learner is able to describe the impact of load positioning on the stability of the rigid light vehicle / The learner is able to illustrate how to resolve a problem when the freight is not stable
Practical Demonstration:
The learner is able to demonstrate … / Managing unforeseen problems / Yes / No
That the driving style is adapted in order to maintain freight handling during transportation / The learner is able to demonstrate how he/she will act if there are unforeseen problems e.g. weather, rain etc.
Organisational standards are adhered to with full consideration of safety and comfort factors and appropriate actions implemented to rectify problems are appropriate for specific contexts
/ Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

In order to declare the learner competent he/she must meet all the specifications in the practical demonstration assessment. The assessor must use his/her own discretion based on his/her practical experience.

Answers for Evidence Guide

Specific Outcome 4
Handle unexpected situations according to specified procedures.

OutcomeRange:

Unexpected situations can include, but are not limited to incidents, accidents, breakdowns, fire on vehicle, medical emergency, hi-jacking, mechanical failure (e.g. burst tyre), spillage/load loss, etc.

Assessment Criteria

  1. Rigid light vehicle and cab instruments are monitored for malfunctions and appropriate action is taken, where required.
  2. Driving is adapted to unexpected situations safely and according to specified procedures.
  3. Unexpected situations are reported according to operational procedures and legal requirements.
  4. Corrective actions to get freight/passengers to their destinations in the event of route deviations, delays experienced and breakdowns, as well as the company guidelines for consideration in selecting course of action described for specific contexts.

Evidence Required
Practical Questioning and Illustration
The learner must explain how he/she will adapt to the following situations / Evidence sign off
Section A: Practical
Practical Questioning and Illustration (Strictly use the Health and Safety Procedures and other standards in this context)
The learner must be able to demonstrate action and explain the steps to follow with the following unforeseen problems that may occur:
(Mark a tick next to each answer that was provided and where learner is found competent)
  • Accidents
  • Fire on vehicle
  • Medical emergency
  • Hi-jacking
  • Mechanical failure
  • Spillage
  • Potholes
  • Bad weather conditions
21 Marks
Written Knowledge Test
Question 1(1)
What must a hijacker do to hijack your vehicle?
Must stop itand be close enough to get to the driveror passenger
Question 2 (6)
What should a driver do if he / she is hijacked?
  • Stay calm
  • Do what they say and give them what they ask for
  • Do not put your hands up unless they say so
  • Do not put your hands up unless they say so
  • Do not move suddenly or try to get something from your pocket unless they say you must
  • Call for assistance as soon as possible after the hijack
Question 3 (3)
List three additional aspects a driver must consider apart from driving the vehicle.
  • Road conditions
  • Traffic conditions
  • Driver fatigue
Question 4 (3)
List three possible causes of a skid.
  • Excessive speed
  • Harsh braking
  • Harsh acceleration
Total: 13
Problem solving question (In line with company procedures) (8)
Question 5
Explain the procedures to follow when you are involved in an accident where a pedestrian has been killed …
The learner stated the following criteria:
Criteria / Yes / No
1 / Stop the vehicle immediately where it is?
2 / Make the accident scene safe to prevent other accidents
3 / Ask someone to call for help
4 / Render any applicable first aid that he/she is trained for
5 / Take down victims and witnesses details
6 / Draw a sketch of the scene
7 / Report the accident to the police within 24 hours
8 / Apply the company specific procedures
/ Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency:

The learner must obtain 21/21 for section A because the information is crucial and the learner must know how to handle unexpected situations. The learner must obtain 7/13 for the knowledge test to be declared competent. The learner must obtain full marks 8/8 for question 5 to be declared competent.

Answers for Evidence Guide

Specific Outcome 5

Reflect on vehicle performance and own operation of vehicle against requirements.

Assessment Criteria

  1. The effect that weather, road and traffic conditions have on rigid light vehicle performance and driver actions is explained for specific contexts.(Weather conditions include wet weather; road conditions include road surfaces (e.g. dirt roads, gravel roads, potholes, etc.), road shapes (e.g. mountain roads, hill roads, etc.) and road types (e.g., national or regional roads); traffic conditions include high and low density traffic.)
  2. The influence of driver actions on the cost effective and efficient operation of rigid light vehicle is explained in terms of relevant, specified efficiency and effectiveness criteria.
  3. The effect of physiological and psychological responses and conditions on driving performance is described in terms of how to manage these responses and conditions.(Psychological responses can include stress; physiological responses can include fatigue.)

Evidence Required
Written Knowledge Test and Report (Reflect on vehicle performance) / Evidence sign off
Section A
  1. List four aspects that may contribute to driver fatigue. (4)
The continuous humming sound of driving
Warm temperature in the cab
Continuous staring at the road
Too heavy or large a meal before or during driving
  1. List four things that contribute to economical driving.(4)
Correct gear selection
Accelerator management
Correct tyre pressures
Reduced stopping and pulling off
Controlled revving and idling
  1. List five aspects that contribute to driver stress.(5)
Always in a hurry
Excessive driving hours
High volumes of traffic
Poor road conditions
Poor vehicle condition, etc
  1. List three health and medical conditions drivers must monitor.(3)
Eye sight
Stress levels
Epilepsy
High or low blood pressure
  1. List four possible symptoms of driver fatigue.(4)
Yawning
Tired eyes or seeing double
Dry mouth
Feeling cold
(20)
Section B
Write a report on the vehicle performance and include the following in the report to reflect upon: - (Read Assessment Criteria for more information)
Reflection Report:
  • The weather conditions
  • Influence of the driver’s actions
  • Psychological responses and conditions
(10) / Self-assessment
Initial
Date
ECF evaluation
Initial
Date

Assessment Criteria for Competency: